Nikon P300 vs Samsung EX2F

The following is a extensive comparison of the Nikon P300 versus Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the P300 (12MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is very close but the P300 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") use different sensor dimensions.

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The P300 was revealed 18 months earlier than the EX2F making the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the P300 scores versus the EX2F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P300 & Samsung EX2F. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P300 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon P300 comes with outer measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Samsung EX2F has specifications of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon P300 versus Samsung EX2F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the P300 versus the EX2F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the P300 and EX2F is 92 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions only by researching a spec sheet. The pic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the P300 and EX2F.

As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact MP but different sensor dimensions. The P300 includes the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher. The more aged P300 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.